Fisheries Technology  ·  Level 5
Small Fishing Vessels Management I
Chapter 1: Operate small fishing vessels
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Practical 1: Start and maneuver a 7.5-meter small fishing vessel with outboard motor

Fisheries Technology · Level 5
Small Fishing Vessels Management I
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Start the 7.5-meter small fishing vessel engine and demonstrate forward, reverse, turning, and stopping maneuvers in calm water as per standard operating procedures.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Boat hook7.5-meter small fishing vessel with 40HP outboard motor
Engine tool kitPersonal Flotation Device (PFD)
Safety whistleFuel container (5 liters, unleaded petrol)
Fire extinguisherAnchor with 15 meters rope
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
17.5-meter small fishing vessel with 40HP outboard motor1 Vessel per Candidate
2Personal Flotation Device (PFD)1 Pc per Candidate
3Fire extinguisher (2kg dry powder)1 Pc per Vessel
4Boat hook1 Pc per Candidate
5Engine tool kit (wrenches, screwdrivers)1 Set per Vessel
6Fuel container (5 liters, unleaded petrol)1 per Candidate
7Safety whistle1 Pc per Candidate
8Anchor with 15 meters rope1 Set per Vessel
9Calm water area for maneuveringAdequate space per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Wore Personal Flotation Device (PFD) correctly
(Award 2 marks for correct and secure wearing of PFD)
2
Checked presence and condition of fire extinguisher
(Award 1 mark for inspection and confirmation of readiness)
1
Checked fuel level and topped up if necessary
(Award 1 mark for correct fuel inspection and refilling)
1
Checked engine oil and general engine condition
(Award 1 mark for proper engine inspection)
1
Checked safety whistle and other safety equipment
(Award 1 mark for confirming safety equipment availability)
1
Sub-Total6
TASK 2: Starting the engine
Primed the engine according to manufacturer's instructions
(Award 2 marks for correct priming procedure)
2
Started the engine smoothly without excessive noise or smoke
(Award 3 marks for smooth and successful engine start)
3
Checked engine gauges (temperature, oil pressure) after start
(Award 1 mark for checking engine parameters)
1
Demonstrated ability to stop the engine safely
(Award 1 mark for proper engine shut down procedure)
1
Sub-Total7
TASK 3: Basic maneuvering
Demonstrated forward movement with controlled acceleration
(Award 3 marks for smooth forward maneuvering)
3
Demonstrated reverse maneuver with control
(Award 3 marks for controlled reversing)
3
Performed turning maneuvers (port and starboard) effectively
(Award 2 marks each for port and starboard turns done properly)
4
Stopped the vessel safely and effectively
(Award 2 marks for safe and controlled stopping)
2
Sub-Total12
TASK 4: Post-operation checks and housekeeping
Secured vessel properly using anchor or mooring lines
(Award 2 marks for proper securing of vessel)
2
Performed engine post-operation inspection
(Award 1 mark for inspection after use)
1
Cleaned and stored tools and equipment properly
(Award 1 mark for proper cleaning and storage)
1
Reported any defects or irregularities noted during operation
(Award 1 mark for reporting issues)
1
Sub-Total5
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Engine started and ran without abnormal noise or smoke
(Award 5 marks for successful engine start and operation)
5
Vessel maneuvered forward, reverse, and turning within designated area safely
(Award 7 marks for effective and safe maneuvering)
7
Vessel stopped and secured safely at the end of operation
(Award 5 marks for safe stopping and securing of vessel)
5
Sub-Total17
GRAND TOTAL47
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Navigate a small fishing vessel using chart and compass over a 5 nautical mile route

Fisheries Technology · Level 5
Small Fishing Vessels Management I
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Plan and navigate a 5 nautical mile route using the provided marine navigation chart and magnetic compass to reach the fishing ground accurately.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Marine navigation chart (Kenyan coastal waters)Life jacket
Magnetic compass
Pencil and eraser
Parallel ruler or navigational protractor
Calculator
Stopwatch or timer
Logbook or navigation notebook
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Marine navigation chart (Kenyan coastal waters)1 Pc per Candidate
2Magnetic compass (handheld or mounted)1 Pc per Candidate
3Pencil and eraser1 set per Candidate
4Parallel ruler or navigational protractor1 Pc per Candidate
5Calculator1 Pc per Candidate
6Stopwatch or timer1 Pc per Candidate
7Logbook or navigation notebook1 Pc per Candidate
8Life jacket1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: PLAN ROUTE AND PREPARE NAVIGATION AIDS
Wore appropriate personal protective equipment including life jacket
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE worn)
2
Assembled all navigation tools and materials before starting
(Award 2 marks for gathering all required tools and materials)
2
Correctly identified starting point and destination on the marine chart
(Award 3 marks for accurate identification on chart)
3
Plotted the route on the chart using pencil and parallel ruler or protractor
(Award 4 marks for accurate plotting of route line)
4
Measured distance of 5 nautical miles along the planned route
(Award 3 marks for correct distance measurement)
3
Calculated and recorded compass bearings for each leg of the route
(Award 4 marks for correct bearing calculation and recording)
4
Recorded estimated time of travel based on vessel speed and distance
(Award 2 marks for correct time estimation)
2
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TASK 2: NAVIGATE THE ROUTE USING COMPASS AND CHART
Used magnetic compass correctly to steer the planned bearings
(Award 5 marks for correct compass use during navigation)
5
Monitored vessel position against chart landmarks and adjusted course as necessary
(Award 4 marks for effective position monitoring and course adjustment)
4
Used stopwatch/timer to track elapsed travel time accurately
(Award 3 marks for correct timing during navigation)
3
Logged navigational details including times, bearings, and position updates
(Award 3 marks for complete and accurate logbook entries)
3
Sub-Total15
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Route plotted on chart is accurate and matches 5 nautical miles length
(Award 5 marks for correct route length and accuracy)
5
Compass bearings recorded are accurate within ±3 degrees
(Award 4 marks for bearing accuracy)
4
Navigation logbook entries are complete, clear, and accurate
(Award 4 marks for quality and completeness of navigation log)
4
Candidate successfully reached the destination within ±10% of estimated travel time
(Award 7 marks for successful navigation and time adherence)
7
Sub-Total20
GRAND TOTAL55
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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